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Researchers Discover “Torpor Switch” in the Brain, Enabling Controlled Hypothermia
In the same way a bear instinctively lowers its body temperature to survive the harsh winter cold, scientists have unlocked…
Childhood Maltreatment Increases IPV Risk Over Time
Childhood experiences can significantly shape the trajectory of an individual’s life, influencing their mental health, relationships, and overall well-being. A…
New Target for Obesity Treatment Discovered
Obesity is a global epidemic that affects over a billion people worldwide, contributing to various chronic diseases like cardiovascular conditions,…
New Technology Boosts Cancer Immunotherapy
Researchers at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania have…
Study Finds Evidence of Paxlovid Efficacy in Treating Subsets of Long COVID Patients
An in-depth exploration of recent research has brought fresh perspectives on how patients with long COVID respond to different doses…
PSEN2 Mutations Disrupt Cellular Homeostasis and Accelerate Alzheimer’s Disease Progression
Alzheimer’s disease, a devastating neurodegenerative disorder, progressively erodes memory, cognitive functions, and overall mental faculties. Affecting millions globally, it remains…
Study Reveals Role of ARID1A-ZIC2 Axis in Epithelial-to-Mesenchymal Transition of Neural Crest Cells
An international team of researchers has made a groundbreaking discovery about the genetic mechanisms that regulate the formation and migration…
Researchers Uncover How Prostate Cancer Repurposes the Androgen Receptor
Prostate cancer, one of the most common malignancies in men, has long puzzled researchers with its ability to grow and…
Scientists Discover Nucleolar Complex Crucial for Protein Homeostasis and Neuroprotection
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the quest to combat neurodegenerative diseases: a nucleolar complex crucial for maintaining cellular…
Study Uncovers How Social Isolation and Loneliness Alter Proteins and Increase Disease Risk
Social interactions are not just important for emotional well-being; they also play a significant role in maintaining physical health. A…
Mediterranean Diet May Boost Brainpower
A recent study conducted by researchers at Tulane University has unveiled a compelling connection between the Mediterranean diet and cognitive…
Brain Differences May Predispose Children to Early Substance Use
A groundbreaking study led by researchers from the Indiana University School of Medicine, Washington University in St. Louis, and other…
Study Reveals CDKN2A Mutations Can Protect Against Esophageal Cancer Development
A groundbreaking study published in Nature Cancer has revealed surprising insights into esophageal cancer, suggesting that a genetic fault traditionally…
Study Finds Multilingualism Enhances Executive Function in Children with and Without Autism
A recent study by UCLA Health has further explored the cognitive benefits of speaking multiple languages, finding that multilingualism does…
Researchers Discover Novel Antibodies Targeting a Previously Unexplored Region of the Malaria Parasite
A groundbreaking study published in Science by researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) introduces a novel class of…
Asparagine Metabolism Regulates Germinal Center B Cell Function
A recent study by researchers at the Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology has highlighted the crucial role of asparagine metabolism in…
COVID-19 Testing Saved 1.4 Million Lives in the US
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically reshaped our understanding of disease preparedness and response. Central to this effort has been diagnostic…
PSMA-PET Uncovers Metastatic Disease in Half of High-Risk Nonmetastatic Prostate Cancer Patients
Researchers at UCLA Health’s Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center have made a significant breakthrough in the understanding of high-risk nonmetastatic hormone-sensitive…
AI Helps Doctors Identify Suicide Risk
A recent study conducted by Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) reveals the promising potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in improving…
Unexpected Differences in PD-1 Receptor Found Between Humans and Mice
Since its discovery in the early 1990s, programmed cell death protein 1 (PD-1) has become a pivotal target in cancer…
Scientists Grow Tumors from Blood Samples of Breast Cancer Patients
Metastasis, the process by which tumor cells spread to other parts of the body, is often the deadliest aspect of…